Unit Aim
The aim of this unit is to provide Learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to effectively prepare for and perform manicure treatments.
Unit Content
1 Know how to prepare for and perform manicure treatments
- Prepare self
- Prepare the client
- Prepare salon area, tools and equipment for a manicure treatment
- Consultation techniques:
- Questioning
- Listening
- Written
- Visual
- Visual aids
- Manual
- Language
- Reference to records/history of skin and nails
- Individual client needs:
- Audience
- Equality, diversity and inclusivity:
- Perceptions
- Methods to remove different nail finishes:
- Polish
- French
- Gel
- Removal using a bowl
- Removal using foil
- Nail and skin analysis
- Importance of nail and skin analysis
- Importance of establishing the client’s objectives
- Manicure treatment plan
- Treatment adaptations
- Importance of adhering to manicure treatment plan
- Contra-indications that restrict treatment
- Contra-indications that prevent treatment
- Importance of identifying contra-indications
- Importance of referring clients for medical advice
2 Be able to prepare for manicure treatments
- Complete a consultation for a manicure treatment
- Cleanse client’s hands and remove nail finish
- Perform a nail and skin analysis
- Client objectives
- Actions to effectively manage contra-indications
- Client understanding and agreement of proposed manicure treatment plan
- Record client information and consent
3 Know how to perform manicure treatments
- Natural nail shapes
- Natural nail shape impact on manicure treatment
- Manicure techniques
- Select products, tools and equipment in accordance with the manicure treatment plan
- Products
- Add-on treatment products
- Tools
- Add on treatment tools:
- Hand mask
- Paraffin wax
- Equipment
- Add on treatment equipment
- Massage techniques
- Massage mediums
- Massage benefits:
- Physiological effects
- Potential psychological effects
- Erythema
- Environmental conditions
- Methods of applying different nail finishes:
- Polish (dark colour)
- Polish (light colour)
- French
- Buff
- Importance of cleaning and drying nails
- Manicure treatment in accordance with manicure treatment plan:
- Clipping and filing
- Cuticle remover application
- Cuticle work
- Massage and hand cream application
- Nail finish
- 3-way buff
- Add-on hand and nail treatments:
- Paraffin wax treatment
- Hand mask
- Warm oil treatment
- Contra-actions:
- Allergic reaction to products used in the manicure treatment i.e. redness, itching, swelling, inflammation
- Discolouration of the nail polish
- Discolouration of the nail plate
- Lifting of the product
- Necessary action for effectively managing contra-actions
- Cold compress
- Aftercare advice:
- Suitable aftercare products and their use
- Avoidance of activities which may cause contra-actions
- Homecare advice
- Recommended time intervals between manicure treatments
4 Be able to perform manicure treatments
- Select products, tools and equipment in accordance with the manicure treatment plan
- Take action to effectively manage contra-actions
- Keep correct records
- Communication and behaviour
5 Know the principles of working safely when preparing for and providing manicure treatments
- Hygienic and safe working practices
- Control measures for hazardous substances
- Environmental and sustainable working practices
- Importance of keeping work area clean and tidy
- Importance of adhering to manufacturer, supplier and salon instructions
- Client positioning
- Self-positioning
- Importance of safe positioning techniques
6 Be able to work safely and effectively when preparing for and providing manicure treatments
- Cleanliness of work area, tools and equipment
- Manufacturers’ instructions
